Kidnapped brides in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, everyone gets married by kidnapping their brides, mostly against the girl's will. Gazi Babarayova, having experienced this, decided to stand up for the rights of women to choose their own spouse. --Want to join our community and hear more about the adventures of our pioneers?

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[arwenlcw]

"Head-hunting" was once a "tradition" (I prefer the term "archaic practice); "Slavery" was once a "tradition"; "foot binding" was once a "tradition", "child marriage" was also once a "tradition" --- I believe that Kyrgyz people are wise enough to review and assess if this practice will bring positive impacts or will just cause setbacks.

[lilartist10]

its a Kyrgyzstan tradition she can't stop that  !